Post by: Frostd on October 16, 2010, 08:16:29 PM
Post by: speewa158 on October 17, 2010, 06:37:47 AM
Post by: dragonsgirl on October 17, 2010, 09:21:20 AM
Very lite very bright & very easy on the power , with a on/off switchWhat brand is this and where do you get it. I am interested in everyones lighting they have for their camping.
Post by: DAZnBEC on October 17, 2010, 10:04:31 AM
Dazza
Post by: Sharky on October 17, 2010, 10:07:21 AM
I then mounted them to a strip of alluminium which I attach to an awning crossbar with velcro ties - only takes a minute to set up and gives off excellent light. In fact just one of the 30cm strips would be sufficient.
It's stored on the bed.
some pics..
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y293/pjmoggs/Red%20Centre%20Trip/webDSC00778.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y293/pjmoggs/Red%20Centre%20Trip/webDSC00779.jpg)
:cheers:
Post by: Frostd on October 18, 2010, 08:46:38 PM
Post by: areyonga on October 18, 2010, 09:14:19 PM
Wil
Post by: Kit_e_kat9 on October 18, 2010, 10:08:43 PM
This is set to Bright:
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/19371-1/AS+at+night+Flanagans+Reserve.jpg)
Closer shot using camera flash to show what it looks like:
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/19000-1/AS+LED+_+night.jpg)
Kit_e
Post by: speewa158 on October 19, 2010, 05:39:43 AM
Post by: Gunna Do on October 19, 2010, 06:14:55 AM
I have plans of making some sort of folding light stand on the top of the slide out kitchen area, maybe with a strip of LEDs along it, and which can be folded down prior to the kitchen being slid away.
Post by: Racer on October 19, 2010, 08:03:41 AM
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330483073928
Post by: gronk on October 19, 2010, 09:28:00 AM
Post by: Redback on October 19, 2010, 12:57:45 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v293/bazzar/DSC08056.jpg)
Post by: JCAT on November 13, 2010, 07:42:01 PM
I made it up using some 20mm x 3mm aluminium from Bunnings and a 50 cm led lighting strip.
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21429-2/DSC_0018+_2_.JPG)
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21432-2/DSC_0021_001.JPG)
Our's isn't hard wired yet because it just sits on the spare wheel carrier when we set up and then sits in the front tool box when we travel.
Post by: darren on November 13, 2010, 07:59:31 PM
My KK comes with an led strip under the gull wing for cooking ( which is very good ) but for eating at the kitchen bench I got hold of another led strip the same and made up a swing around bracket ( design now different to the photo but very similar , just did away with the flexi bit . )
Gronk
Got any more info or picks on this?
Post by: D4D on November 13, 2010, 08:05:54 PM
Got any more info or picks on this?
Maybe these http://www.eco-camper.com/component/virtuemart/category/50/led-lighting-12v-plug-connected.html
Post by: Mandrake on November 13, 2010, 08:07:16 PM
Cheers
Steve
Post by: GU_Thomo on November 14, 2010, 07:49:48 AM
Has anyone used the yellow LEDs?
They are supposed to attract very few insects, and I am trying to find out if they work.
Cheers
Parry
Post by: crackacoldie on November 14, 2010, 07:56:51 AM
Ours is a 91 LED spot light attached to the awning pole closest to the kitchen table ..
Cheers
Steve
Steve,
Did you make this up yourself?
:cheers: Cracka
Post by: speewa158 on November 14, 2010, 08:21:02 AM
Post by: gronk on November 14, 2010, 08:49:49 AM
Gronk
Got any more info or picks on this?
I put in an extra switch for the strip ( the one on the far right in the photo ) and used the existing gullwing overcentre catch mounting bolts ( now bolts instead of pop rivets ) as the mounting points for the brackets..
I intended to not have the small occy strap as support, but even though I used 3mm bolts and nyloc nuts, I couldn't get the pivot points to stay fairly tight, so the thing would "fall" under its own weight after a couple of operations....
Post by: WaituiRob on November 14, 2010, 09:12:53 AM
Frank made our lights from led strips off ebay. They plug into cigarette lighter sockets inside the trailer door.
They have velcro strips on the metal tubing and we just stick them above the stove on the velcro, on the awning or on the side of the tent .
One goes the other end of the awning if needed and one above the bed. The other is a spare.
ps. we don`t have the cord through the corner above the bed anymore, found a better way.
Robyn.
Post by: WaituiRob on November 14, 2010, 09:14:52 AM
Post by: darren on November 14, 2010, 10:00:45 AM
I put in an extra switch for the strip ( the one on the far right in the photo ) and used the existing gullwing overcentre catch mounting bolts ( now bolts instead of pop rivets ) as the mounting points for the brackets..
I intended to not have the small occy strap as support, but even though I used 3mm bolts and nyloc nuts, I couldn't get the pivot points to stay fairly tight, so the thing would "fall" under its own weight after a couple of operations....
Thanks for that
Post by: Matto on November 15, 2010, 02:46:36 PM
I made it up using some 20mm x 3mm aluminium from Bunnings and a 50 cm led lighting strip.Hey JCAT,
That's exactly the type of setup I'm thinking about putting together. Looks excellent, and exactly what I'm after. Looks like a verypro job as well. You wouldn't happen to have any closer piccies of the construction of the bracket itself would you? I'd be much obliged if I could steal some "inspiration" from your design! ;D ;D
Anything you'd change/do differently? Looks like it throws a lot of light right where you need it.
Thanks!
Matto :)
Post by: JCAT on November 15, 2010, 07:25:10 PM
Here are a few more pics. The first is with it sitting in position, showing the angles and lengths of the aluminium.
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21494-2/DSC_0037.JPG)
The second one shows the gap between the two pieces of aluminium and supports.
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21491-2/DSC_0022_001.JPG)
Closer image of the gap and supports on the upright
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21497-2/DSC_0023_001.JPG)
Rear support
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21500-2/DSC_0025.JPG)
Close up of rear support. I put this on to stop it bending down further under the weight of the led light.
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21503-2/DSC_0029.JPG)
Extra supports on the front of the bend. (There not very straight)
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21509-2/DSC_0031.JPG)
Bottom support. Will keep it at the correct height.
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21512-2/DSC_0032.JPG)
This is where I store it in the front boot.
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/21515-2/DSC_0038.JPG)
I am very happy with it but not having actually used it yet I can't say if I would change anything.
As you can see I used 2 pieces of 20mm x 20mm angle aluminium for the uprights. They are 4mm apart to allow it to slide over the spare wheel carrier, this keeps it vertical.
I cut both pieces with a hacksaw to allow me to bend them at the set height of 35cm.
10cm from the bottom I placed another piece of 20mm x 20mm at right angles to hold it at the right height on the back wall of the kitchen.
The length from the bend is approx. 15cm.
The piece across the top that the led is stuck to is 20mm x 3mm aluminium and is 56 cm long.
Hope this all makes sense.
Post by: Matto on November 16, 2010, 09:05:27 AM
Thanks very much!
Matto :)
Post by: Johnno convert on March 09, 2011, 01:47:35 PM
Post by: hookedon4wding on August 28, 2011, 06:17:00 PM
I've been meaning to fab up a light for the kitchen that we can use with or without the awning up for a while now and finally got a chance to do something about it this weekend.
Main components are led strip lights, square section aluminium from Bunnings with a range of joiners (T's , right angles etc) and a water proof switch.
I wanted it to be easy to setup and free standing. First step was to bolt a T joiner to the back edge of the kitchen. These T joiners are made for permanent connection, which I didn't want at this particular join so I filed down the ridges so I could connect and un-connect the pieces easily when setting up the light.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/9cd0df33.jpg)
The holes in the top were just so I could get the screw driver through to the bolt head inside the T piece.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/fd63bfc0.jpg)
Next was to make up the upright with a short return piece at the top to get the light out over the centre of the stove and bench. The upright slides over the T piece I bolted to the back of the kitchen.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/dacbcdc8.jpg)
It's just 2 pieces of the aluminium square section joined with a right angle joiner. This bit I wanted to be a permanent join so didn't file the ridges off.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/aadf2183.jpg)
Next was to make up the light bar to attach to the upright. I made this from 2 piece of aluminium square section joined by a T joiner. This means it just slots straight into the upright (again, I filed the ridges down on this connection).
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/38d3bc94.jpg)
The led strip is stuck to the bottom and wiring runs through a grommet in the end, joins onto a 5m cable, comes out through another grommet in the centre of the bar, through a water proof switch and to a 12v cig plug.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/6af5d352.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/ae2f29c4.jpg)
So, the whole thing is just two parts. The light bar, and the upright. The upright slots into the T on the back of the kitchen and the light bar slots into the upright. 15 seconds max to set it up. We'll keep the 2 pieces next to the mattress on the bed base ready to plug in when we setup.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/d2a81ffc.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/34c411eb.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/1f1588ec.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/2b83ed69.jpg)
Provides heaps of light right where we need it and doesn't rely on the awning or any poles! Very happy with the end result.
Cheers, Sam.
Post by: D4D on August 28, 2011, 06:26:30 PM
Post by: dooguss on August 28, 2011, 06:27:42 PM
Post by: Heiny on August 28, 2011, 06:43:11 PM
Here's my effort.Love it, great idea Sam :cup:
I've been meaning to fab up a light for the kitchen that we can use with or without the awning up for a while now and finally got a chance to do something about it this weekend.
Main components are led strip lights, square section aluminium from Bunnings with a range of joiners (T's , right angles etc) and a water proof switch.
I wanted it to be easy to setup and free standing. First step was to bolt a T joiner to the back edge of the kitchen. These T joiners are made for permanent connection, which I didn't want at this particular join so I filed down the ridges so I could connect and un-connect the pieces easily when setting up the light.
Cheers, Sam.
Post by: BJ76 on August 28, 2011, 09:04:15 PM
BJ
Post by: Dion on August 28, 2011, 10:39:26 PM
Here's my effort.
I've been meaning to fab up a light for the kitchen that we can use with or without the awning up for a while now and finally got a chance to do something about it this weekend.
Main components are led strip lights, square section aluminium from Bunnings with a range of joiners (T's , right angles etc) and a water proof switch.
I wanted it to be easy to setup and free standing. First step was to bolt a T joiner to the back edge of the kitchen. These T joiners are made for permanent connection, which I didn't want at this particular join so I filed down the ridges so I could connect and un-connect the pieces easily when setting up the light.
That's a great idea! I had been pondering something exactly the same for us - something to put light over the kitchen independent of the awning.
I'll be borrowing a few ideas. Never thought to use the qubelok stuff "modified" for quick release.
Post by: Bird on August 28, 2011, 10:41:13 PM
That's a great idea! I had been pondering something exactly the same for us - something to put light over the kitchen independent of the awning.I might try and use the bolt holes on the rear tailgate where the spare tyre would mount
I'll be borrowing a few ideas. Never thought to use the qubelok stuff "modified" for quick release.
Post by: Dion on August 28, 2011, 10:52:24 PM
I might try and use the bolt holes on the rear tailgate where the spare tyre would mount
Yeah I have my spare there, I was toying with a few ideas but I was thinking of mounting the filed down t-piece on the LHS of the kitchen (on the flat bit that folds inward) as there's a small gap there when closed, then just have the light from there. Would put more strain on the mount as the light wouldn't be a 'tee' like Sams, but rather a big right angle (to have the light parallel with the kitchen) so more angular force on it. But I could brace the vertical pole against the side of the kitchen box with a spacer, so that the filed down t-piece wouldn't be taking so much lateral strain (i.e. have the vertical support for the light resting against the side of the kitchen box).
Post by: hookedon4wding on August 29, 2011, 11:52:15 AM
Post by: Bird on August 29, 2011, 12:06:51 PM
Quote from: hookedon4wding
Just applying for some design patents now. Better get in quick before they're approved :cheers:
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Ya3fG6SpTeo/Sjscv5fr_FI/AAAAAAAADdw/lQFSbqsJyLM/s1600/fingers_09.jpg)
Post by: Bird on August 29, 2011, 02:26:31 PM
cost so far $45 inc a new hacksaw + blades to cut it down.
Post by: hookedon4wding on August 29, 2011, 02:37:52 PM
Just went to bunnings and bought the gear to make mine - infact its all clipped together already, just need couple of 'grommets', and its done
cost so far $45 inc a new hacksaw + blades to cut it down.
Good to see I've inspired someone. Looking forward to seeing some photos of the finished product. Just make sure it doesn't look better than mine ;D
Post by: Bird on August 29, 2011, 02:47:44 PM
Good to see I've inspired someone. Looking forward to seeing some photos of the finished product. Just make sure it doesn't look better than mine ;Dwhat sort of LED"s - 5050's? the 60per mtr ones?
also thought about a couple of hooks on it to hang things on.. not sure what yet ;) :) :)
Post by: hookedon4wding on August 29, 2011, 02:55:00 PM
Post by: Kangaron on August 29, 2011, 07:58:25 PM
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/28365-1/F13.jpg)
Post by: mystq on August 29, 2011, 08:00:48 PM
Due to being time poor I took the easy way out with a Korr kit.
(http://www.myswag.org/gallery/d/28365-1/F13.jpg)
I got one to with my Tambo, great piece of kit.
Post by: Bird on August 29, 2011, 08:59:33 PM
Quote from: hookedon4wding
Also wanted to keep the amp draw to a minimum.Yea I'll figure out how to work that out one day :(
All cut to size, LED's in position... Forgot the farquin bolts to hold the base mount to the trailer didnt I....
Total time to assemble - 10 minutes. Would have been less if I didnt have to cut the upright shorter.
Will let you know the result when I get the new battery box fitted on weekend..
Post by: Prado Guy on September 14, 2011, 08:29:25 PM
We are getting our new CT this weekend and I already have a ton of ideas. This is now another one that I may have to "borrow".
What a PITA I have to work all next week instead having some fun in the shed....
Post by: Bird on September 14, 2011, 08:54:19 PM
Quote from: Lost
Will let you know the result when I get the new battery box fitted on weekend..Make that this weekend :)
Post by: Bird on May 02, 2014, 02:24:08 PM
Here's my effort.BTT for a top idea.
I've been meaning to fab up a light for the kitchen that we can use with or without the awning up for a while now and finally got a chance to do something about it this weekend.
Main components are led strip lights, square section aluminium from Bunnings with a range of joiners (T's , right angles etc) and a water proof switch.
I wanted it to be easy to setup and free standing. First step was to bolt a T joiner to the back edge of the kitchen. These T joiners are made for permanent connection, which I didn't want at this particular join so I filed down the ridges so I could connect and un-connect the pieces easily when setting up the light.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/9cd0df33.jpg)
The holes in the top were just so I could get the screw driver through to the bolt head inside the T piece.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/fd63bfc0.jpg)
Next was to make up the upright with a short return piece at the top to get the light out over the centre of the stove and bench. The upright slides over the T piece I bolted to the back of the kitchen.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/dacbcdc8.jpg)
It's just 2 pieces of the aluminium square section joined with a right angle joiner. This bit I wanted to be a permanent join so didn't file the ridges off.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/aadf2183.jpg)
Next was to make up the light bar to attach to the upright. I made this from 2 piece of aluminium square section joined by a T joiner. This means it just slots straight into the upright (again, I filed the ridges down on this connection).
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/38d3bc94.jpg)
The led strip is stuck to the bottom and wiring runs through a grommet in the end, joins onto a 5m cable, comes out through another grommet in the centre of the bar, through a water proof switch and to a 12v cig plug.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/6af5d352.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/ae2f29c4.jpg)
So, the whole thing is just two parts. The light bar, and the upright. The upright slots into the T on the back of the kitchen and the light bar slots into the upright. 15 seconds max to set it up. We'll keep the 2 pieces next to the mattress on the bed base ready to plug in when we setup.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/d2a81ffc.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/34c411eb.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/1f1588ec.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/2b83ed69.jpg)
Provides heaps of light right where we need it and doesn't rely on the awning or any poles! Very happy with the end result.
Cheers, Sam.
Post by: Marschy on May 02, 2014, 03:51:37 PM
A fold down marine anchor light.
(http://gallery.myswag.org/gallery/d/38804-1/KItchen+Light.jpg)
Post by: shakey55 on May 02, 2014, 04:31:39 PM
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Post by: Bird on May 02, 2014, 04:35:34 PM
Quote from: shakey55
This oneI believe that's similar to the one everyones been beating off about that's at certain aldi stores for around 120
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Post by: StrvnMrvn on May 02, 2014, 06:38:49 PM
I bought a KORR LIGHTING kit. Cost a few bucks, but I can tell you it is the best thing I have added to my CT.
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I use the same, with the smaller of the two lights! Having a drift kitchen, I used some poly pipe for mine and zip tied the light to that, SWMBO loves it! Don't have any pics yet.
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Post by: Luckymiles on November 11, 2017, 10:58:26 AM
Here's my effort.Great job mate!,
I've been meaning to fab up a light for the kitchen that we can use with or without the awning up for a while now and finally got a chance to do something about it this weekend.
Main components are led strip lights, square section aluminium from Bunnings with a range of joiners (T's , right angles etc) and a water proof switch.
I wanted it to be easy to setup and free standing. First step was to bolt a T joiner to the back edge of the kitchen. These T joiners are made for permanent connection, which I didn't want at this particular join so I filed down the ridges so I could connect and un-connect the pieces easily when setting up the light.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/9cd0df33.jpg)
The holes in the top were just so I could get the screw driver through to the bolt head inside the T piece.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/fd63bfc0.jpg)
Next was to make up the upright with a short return piece at the top to get the light out over the centre of the stove and bench. The upright slides over the T piece I bolted to the back of the kitchen.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/dacbcdc8.jpg)
It's just 2 pieces of the aluminium square section joined with a right angle joiner. This bit I wanted to be a permanent join so didn't file the ridges off.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/aadf2183.jpg)
Next was to make up the light bar to attach to the upright. I made this from 2 piece of aluminium square section joined by a T joiner. This means it just slots straight into the upright (again, I filed the ridges down on this connection).
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/38d3bc94.jpg)
The led strip is stuck to the bottom and wiring runs through a grommet in the end, joins onto a 5m cable, comes out through another grommet in the centre of the bar, through a water proof switch and to a 12v cig plug.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/6af5d352.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/ae2f29c4.jpg)
So, the whole thing is just two parts. The light bar, and the upright. The upright slots into the T on the back of the kitchen and the light bar slots into the upright. 15 seconds max to set it up. We'll keep the 2 pieces next to the mattress on the bed base ready to plug in when we setup.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/d2a81ffc.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/34c411eb.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/1f1588ec.jpg)
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j274/triby1/camper/2b83ed69.jpg)
Provides heaps of light right where we need it and doesn't rely on the awning or any poles! Very happy with the end result.
Cheers, Sam.
This something like what I want on my kitchen as we have done a lot of quick overnight stops without an awning so the poles or awning ideas were out for me.
Thanks for sharing, I have a feeling that I'll now have a kitchen light pretty soon.
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